Qualifications
Must be able to pass background check; follow rules, regulations and company procedures; be 18 years of age;
The ideal candidate for this position must have one of the following valid and current certificates or credentials from a nationally or state recognized institution approved by Bright from the Start:
Georgia Teacher Certificate issued by the Professional Standards Commission (PSC) in Early Childhood Education, Birth through Five endorsement, Special Education General Curriculum Consultative/ECE or out-of-state, valid, and current official teaching certificates in Early Childhood or Elementary Education
Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood or Elementary Education or related field
Must be at least 21 years of age and have a valid Georgia Teaching Certificate or higher
CPR and 1st Aid Certifications (or willingness to obtain these)
Must maintain state in-service training requirements and GA Pre-K Training requirements
Positive and cheerful
Dependable - more reliable than spontaneous
People- Oriented - enjoys interacting with people and working on group projects
Responsibilities
The GA Pre-K Lead Teacher is responsible for general classroom management and supervision
Responsible for the personal care, hygiene, and positive discipline of the children and will help maintain classroom records, cleanliness , and orderliness
Planning and implementing activities designed to promote social, physical, emotional and intellectual growth needed in children
Communicating with parents about progress
Notifying Director or parents about potential issues
Must meet state licensing requirements for education and experience.
21 years of age or older. Exception: Lead teachers who have a valid Bachelor degree or higher teaching credential do not have to meet the minimum 21 years of age requirement.
Must be able to meet state background check requirements.
Education required: Either of the Below
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Salary is based on Georgia Pre-k 2022-2023 Reimbursement Rates
Ranges from $26,449 - $45,343+ experience compensation upto $15,000/yr depending upon Credentials paid over 10 months
Our Company is based out of Atlanta, GA operating multiple Childcare Center locations all around Metro Atlanta with Locations in Roswell, Marietta, Canton, Duluth, Austell, Newnan and Lilburn.